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Transaction Highlights
Corby Spirit and Wine ("Corby" or the "Company") has reached an agreement to acquire 90% of the
outstanding shares of Ace Beverage Group ("Ace") for $148.5 million
Corby has a path to acquire the remaining 10% through two call options in 2025 and 2028
Ace is a leading Canadian ready-to-drink ("RTD") alcoholic beverage company, with an innovative
portfolio focused on better-for-you ("BFY") offerings
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The acquired portfolio of brands includes Cottage Springs, Ace Hill, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village
Beverage, and Good Vines
The acquisition transforms Corby's financial profile, adding a meaningful presence in the fastest
growing alcoholic beverage category
Proforma, it is expected that Corby's operating revenue will increase by approximately 35% and
that the transaction will be accretive on Corby's operating margin
Significant positive EPS accretion expected one-year post-close
Funded using available cash and an intercompany loan from Corby's majority shareholder, Pernod
Ricard (1)
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of Corby's fiscal year 2024, and is subject
to customary closing conditions, regulatory approvals, and third-party consents
Note: Figures in C$, unless otherwise noted.
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Loan funded based on arm-lengths financing at market rates.
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WANGO
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